Ball High School

Direction4115 Ave O, Galveston, TX, 77550
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Public School GALVESTON ISD High School

Accountability Ratings

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Average
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TEA Ratings
Scaled Score
Student Achievement 75
Student Progress 77
Closing Performance Gaps 75
Overall 76

Distinction Designations

Read/ELA
Mathematics
Science
Social Studies
Post-Secondary
Comparative Academic Growth
Comparative Closing the Gaps

Discover Excellence at Ball High School in Galveston, TX

Nestled in the heart of Galveston at 4115 Avenue O, Ball High School stands as a beacon of educational excellence and innovation. Part of the respected Galveston ISD, this prestigious institution offers a robust educational environment with a commitment to fostering academic and personal achievement.

Ball High School is home to a dedicated team of 132 teachers, who bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom. With an average of 14 years of teaching experience each, and an average tenure of 8 years at Ball High specifically, our educators are not just teachers but mentors who provide a stable, supportive, and enriching environment for all students.

Our student body is vibrant and diverse, comprising over 2,013 young learners. With a favorable student-to-teacher ratio of 15.30, each student receives personalized attention and guidance, ensuring that they not only meet but exceed their potential. This individualized approach is one of the many reasons families choose Ball High School.

In addition to our qualified teachers, we are supported by 7 dedicated education aides, further enhancing our educational offerings and supporting our mission to deliver a top-tier education to every student.

At Ball High School, education goes beyond the classroom. We offer a wide array of extracurricular activities, advanced placement courses, and specialized programs designed to prepare students for college and beyond. Whether your child is an aspiring scientist, artist, or entrepreneur, Ball High provides the resources and opportunities to explore and excel in their interests.

We invite you to become a part of our thriving community. For more information or to schedule a visit, please call us at (409) 766-5700. Join us at Ball High School, where we don’t just teach students, we inspire futures.

School Summary

Public School
Grade Span
09-12
Enrollment
1905
Is Charter
No
Address
4115 AVE O, GALVESTON, TX, 77550
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Principal
MR JOE PILLAR
School District
Phone
(409) 766-5700
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Ball High School Student / Staff Statistics

Student Statistics

Racial/Ethnic Group
Racial/Ethnic Group Number Percent
African American 413 21.68%
Hispanic 909 47.72%
White 496 26.04%
Asian 35 1.84%
Native American 5 0.26%
Two or More Races 44 2.31%
Total Students 1,905 100.00%
Eco Disadvantaged 1,317 69.13%
Limited English Proficiency 407 21.36%
Program/Count/Percent
Program Count Percent
Bilingual 402 21.10%
Gifted & Talented 107 5.62%
Special Education 201 10.55%
Teacher Student Ratio 16.30 S/T

Staff Statistics

By Experience
By Experience Count Percent
Over 30 years 14 12.05%
20 - 30 years 11 9.40%
10 - 20 years 38 32.14%
6 - 10 years 18 14.96%
1- 5 years 28 23.93%
Beginning Teacher 9 7.52%
Teacher Experience Average 13.70 yrs
Teacher Tenure Average 8.30 yrs
Teacher Type Number Percent
Total Teachers 117 100%
Female Teachers 49 41.79 %
Male Teachers 68 58.12 %
School Admin 6
School Support 22
Edu Aids 10
Special Education 6

Ball High School 2025 STAAR Statistics

STAAR Statistics
Group All Subjects Read/ELA Math Science Soc Studies
ALL 71% 60% 68% 84% 87%
African American 63% 49% 63% 77% 85%
Hispanic 69% 58% 69% 83% 85%
White 82% 78% 69% 90% 96%
Asian 86% 75% 89% 88% 100%
Two or More Races 76% 72% 79% 89% 73%
Economically Disadvantaged 67% 54% 66% 83% 84%
Male Students 66% 55% 60% 80% 85%
Female Students 76% 65% 76% 87% 89%
Special Education 40% 30% 29% 59% 69%
Limited English Proficiency 58% 41% 67% 77% 78%

Class of 2024 Graduates

Standardized Test

Class Graduate
Group %
Tested
SAT
Avg
ACT
Avg
Abv
Criteria
ALL 33.6 1094 19.9 34.7
African American 16.3 * 17.3 n/a
Hispanic 29.9 985 18 20
White 48.2 1153 22 50.9
Asian 63.6 1302 26.2 100
Two or More Races 50 * 21.8 42.9
Male Students 31 1154 19.3 40
Female Students 36.2 1049 20.3 30.4
Special Education n/a n/a n/a n/a
Eco Disadvantaged n/a n/a n/a n/a

Graduation

Class Graduate
Group Read
Ready
Math
Ready
Both
Ready
Graduated GED Cont. Dropout
ALL 90.4 63.8 60 96.1 0.2 0.5 3.2
African American 87.2 50 48.8 94.4 n/a n/a 5.6
Hispanic 89.6 61.7 56.2 96.1 n/a 1 3
White 93 73.7 70.2 98.3 n/a n/a 1.7
Asian 100 100 100 91.7 8.3 n/a n/a
Two or More Races 92.9 71.4 71.4 92.9 n/a n/a 7.1
Male Students n/a n/a n/a 95.8 n/a 0.9 3.3
Female Students n/a n/a n/a 96.4 0.5 n/a 3.2
Special Education 70.6 14.7 11.8 88.2 n/a 2.9 8.8
Eco Disadvantaged 89 57.8 53.2 95.2 n/a 0.6 4.1

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